Loretta Williams Gurnell

Artist Information

Biography

Loretta Williams Gurnell, a soul-stirring, inspirational recording artist, speaker, actor, host & lyricist. Her refreshing sound, heart-wrenching lyrics and inspirational vibes soothe the soul while invigorating her audience with engaging stage presence. As a graduate of Central State University, member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., savvy business woman, mentor and Ohio native, Loretta is reaping the benefits of living a life full of grace and mercy before Christ.

Loretta is widely known for her inspirational voice through song from her debut CD, “It’s a New Day” where she’s opened for entertainers such as Joan Rivers, Kim Fields and political and Christian dignitaries such as Congresswoman Sheila Jackson Lee at the Gospel Music Heritage Month Celebration, State Rep. Sylvester Turner at the Heart of Houston luncheon & Bishop Vashti Murphy McKenzie at the 47th National Convention of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. in Las Vegas, NV. Furthermore, sharing the stage with some of entertainment industries finest such as Beverly Crawford, Karen Clark Sheard, & Vickie Winans, just to name a few. In addition, Loretta’s been spotlighted at venues across the country; Las Vegas Convention Center, Cincinnati Convention Center, House of Blues, Austin City Limits Festival, Red Cat Jazz Café, GMWA Hatters Tea, Omni Hotel, One Woman Business Conference, Montgomery County Fair Grounds, Texas Music Festival, Grace Community Church, & many more ….

Over Loretta’s journey, she’s starred in the role of Velma in the hit play, Crowns, where Loretta received rave reviews in the Houston Chronicle & Houston Press. She also landed starring roles in hit plays such as When Momma Prays, and He Restoreth My Soul: The Story of Job. And is currently starring as Stella, in the touring play, Cries of the Wounded along side of Grammy Award nominee, Sheri Jones-Moffett of Donald Lawrence’s Tri-City Singers and is preparing to release her sophomore CD project spring 2012. Get Ready to Ride!

Additionally, Loretta was selected for the 2007 Inaugural edition of Who's Who in Black Houston as an outstanding entrepreneur along with Houston's finest, named 2008 Texas Gospel Announcers Guild’s Artist of the Year, 2009 National Women of Achievement Houston Stars & 2011 Bible Way Fellowship Baptist Church's Inaugural Living Legacy in the Arts.

Loretta’s talents and gifts are many all the while her ability to connect with her audience in song, spoken expressions or inspirational chats, as she calls them is golden. As Loretta quotes, “let the work I do speak for me and the life I live speak for Him”, carries her through each performance and daily living. Loretta shares, “I realize whether I’m singing, speaking, acting, emceeing or educating- my voice is an instrument BUT my life tells my story. Therefore, each time I approach the microphone or platform, my prayer is let my voice, God, be the voice that makes the difference to encourage others to live with expectancy that all is possible if you believe and have the faith to put it in action!”

To God be the glory for what He’s done & will continue to perfect in the life of this savvy business woman, wife, mother, friend, educator and inspirational voice, Loretta Williams Gurnell, husband & business partner, Severen & their amazing two sons.

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Instrumentation

Loretta Williams Gurnell is an anointed-electrifying psalmist, introspective lyricist, prolific speaker and talented actor who resides in Houston, Texas. Native of Trotwood, OH, Loretta incorporates elements of contemporary, soul, jazz and traditional gospel in eclectic and original compositions.

Loretta’s sound is stripped to the bone, simple elegant songs that speak to the heart and to the head while ministering to the soul. Loretta’s vocals are raw-angelic combined with lyrics that are well crafted, and impassioned. Loretta’s stage presence is quietly captivating yet emotionally energized and designed for a listening audience who love to be engaged with their music.

Discography

Loretta Williams Gurnell: "A Sampler" (It’s a New Day), © 2005
Loretta Williams Gurnell: It’s a New Day debut CD, © 2006

Links

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• MySpace
• YouTube

Audio

• It's a New Day
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• Truly Blessed
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• Thank YOU (Adoration)
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Press

• "Crowns" [+ Show ]
  

  "However, from a vocal perspective, Velma (Loretta Williams Gurnell) is the show's star. Her strong..."However, from a vocal perspective, Velma (Loretta Williams Gurnell) is the show's star. Her strong vocal range coupled with her exquisite style is breathtaking. Velma is the obvious rebel of the group, adding her own flair to timeless traditional songs such as "His Eye Is On The Sparrow" as well as her hats, which are always the most trendy. Within moments of each song, Gurnell has the audience members clapping their hands and sometimes singing along to the timeless traditions she offers."

• "Crowns"
  

  "Loretta Gurnell stops the show with a blistering rendition of "His Eye Is On The Sparrow"

• Complete package ... such an inspiration [+ Show ]
  

  "Complete package …such an inspiration. Bookings-bookings-bookings. You have a true ministry and s..."Complete package …such an inspiration. Bookings-bookings-bookings. You have a true ministry and should be singing all over the place every time a church door opens for conferences, retreats, workshops, etc. Vickie Winans makes a living off of bookings and so can you!!!

• "The devil is in trouble!!!" [+ Show ]
  

  "Loretta has a style of a woman of much grace and wisdom, not only in song, but in the Word of God. ..."Loretta has a style of a woman of much grace and wisdom, not only in song, but in the Word of God. The devil is in trouble.!!!"

• "Hosanna ... made my feet happy."
  

  "You have a beautiful voice. Hosanna ... made my feet happy."

• ... a truly gifted woman ...
  

  .....a truly gifted woman of God who exemplifies the life she ministers through her music.

• I was blown away [+ Show ]
  

  While at the TGAG, I was blown away by one of the most amazing packages, press kit, CD packaging, we...While at the TGAG, I was blown away by one of the most amazing packages, press kit, CD packaging, website and all this from a wonderful Gospel Artist who can rip the church up and sing. One of my favorite songs is "Adoration." Checkout the website with EVERYTHING you need, a perfect model site.

• The power of Loretta's voice fills the air with God's presence [+ Show ]
  

  "The power of Loretta's voice fills the air with God's presence. We are blessed not only by her lyri..."The power of Loretta's voice fills the air with God's presence. We are blessed not only by her lyrics, but with her commitment to serve all of His people through her gift. Listen, hear and feel His spirit whenever she praises His name."
  
  
  
  

• "Loretta Williams Gurnell is an explosive, anointed ..." [+ Show ]
  

  "Loretta Williams Gurnell is an explosive, anointed, Holy Ghost Filled singer and when she shows up ..."Loretta Williams Gurnell is an explosive, anointed, Holy Ghost Filled singer and when she shows up and takes the stage, the anointing falls, people are blessed and fulfilled. She is truly a can't miss future gospel star in the making. When you buy her CD "It's A New Day", you too will be blessed."
  

Setlist

Sets include 2 or three songs. Each last about 15 minutes.

Typical run would include It's a New Day, Adoration and Miracle. Another set would include Truly Blessed, Appointed Time and Fillin' This House all of which would be tailored to the audience and promoter needs.
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In addition, sets also include traditional hymns or popular hits/covers which could taylor to events play list.

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